Bits by the Bay

Description

SMPTE-DC’s Bits by the Bay 2026 is returning with a full two-day agenda at a freshly renovated venue on May 20-21, 2026, in scenic Chesapeake Beach, MD. Known for its high-quality presentations and its limited, high-value attendance of 100 professionals—including key decision-makers from major East Coast media companies—this event offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with influential thought leaders in broadcasting and media technology.

Jointly organized by the SMPTE Washington, DC Section and SBE Chapter 37 and hosted by at the Rod 'n Reel Hotel and Convention Center in Chesapeake Beach, MD.

Members and Friends are invited to join SMPTE DC at Bits By The Bay 2026, a conference that gathers industry leaders, innovators, and thinkers to explore the latest trends and technologies shaping the future of media. This year's program will delve into key areas that are transforming the industry: AI, IP Video, and the Business of Media.